Venezia & Associates

Venezia & Associates Focused on litigation We primarily handle cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that our legal fees are contingent on recovering money for our clients.

Many lawyers do this on personal injury and death claims. which we do as well. But, unlike most other lawyers, we offer contingent fees on many other types of cases. John Venezia has handled hundreds of property insurance, construction defect, civil rights, commercial collection, disability insurance, product liability, and other complex claims during his 20 years of experience. We are setup to sh

are the risk with our clients. When someone comes to our office having been injured in a rear-ended car wreck, it is fairly easy to determine that they have a case that we are willing to handle. This is not always the true with the more complicated matters. We usually have to evaluate those more and, frankly, they need to involve a larger amount of money. However, regardless of how complicate a case may be, if the amount involved and the facts are right, we are wiling to take the risk with our clients. So, if someone hs wrongfully injured you or killed a family member or if someone owes you alot of money, we have the experience and knowledge that can help. Mr. Venezia has tried over 100 cases involving many different areas of law. He is admitted to practice in all Louisian state courts, the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court. He has been admitted pro hac vice on several occasions in Mississippi and Texas courts. He is a member of the Louisiana Association for Justice and has served as a lecturer for continuing education classes for attorneys and private investigators for many years. Phone: (504) 486-3910

Location: 757 St. Charles Ave., Suite 303, New Orleans, LA 70130

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You see the pain, stress, missed work, and disruption the accident caused.Insurance companies often see something very d...
06/08/2026

You see the pain, stress, missed work, and disruption the accident caused.

Insurance companies often see something very different.

They evaluate claims based on documentation, consistency, timelines, liability exposure, and financial risk. That difference in perspective is one reason initial settlement offers are often lower than expected.

The way your injuries are documented, how quickly treatment began, gaps in care, statements made early on, and the evidence available can all impact how a claim is valued.

Understanding how insurance companies evaluate cases can help you make more informed decisions before accepting an offer that may not fully reflect the long-term impact of the injury.

Before accepting a settlement, contact Venezia & Associates to discuss your options.

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06/05/2026

You finished the job. The work is done. Now the customer won’t pay. What happens next?

Unfortunately, payment disputes are a common issue in construction. But contractors may have options when a customer refuses to pay for work that was properly completed.

In this video, John explains the legal remedies that may be available to help recover the money you’re owed, including potential recovery of attorney’s fees in certain situations.

If you completed the work but are still waiting to get paid, contact Venezia & Associates to discuss your options and protect your rights.

A quick conversation can become a permanent part of a case.After an accident or during a business dispute, many people s...
06/03/2026

A quick conversation can become a permanent part of a case.

After an accident or during a business dispute, many people speak freely before fully understanding the situation. The problem is that early statements are often documented, revisited, and sometimes used later to challenge credibility or shift responsibility.

Things said casually, emotionally, or without complete information can easily be taken out of context.

That does not mean you should avoid communication entirely. It means you should be informed before making important statements that could affect your legal position later.

Swipe through to understand why early conversations matter more than most people realize.

Need guidance before responding to an insurance company or navigating a legal issue?

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Most construction disputes don’t begin with a major collapse, They start with small issues that are ignored for too lon...
06/01/2026

Most construction disputes don’t begin with a major collapse, They start with small issues that are ignored for too long.

-A missed deadline.
-A disagreement about scope.
-Unclear expectations.
-Communication that starts breaking down.

Over time, those smaller problems can grow into serious disputes involving delays, costs, unfinished work, or questions about responsibility. By the time legal action becomes necessary, the issue has often been building for months.

That’s why documentation, communication, and early evaluation matter. Recognizing warning signs early can help protect your position and potentially prevent a larger conflict down the road.

If your construction project is starting to go off track, Venezia & Associates can help you evaluate the situation before it escalates further.

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05/29/2026

"This isn't what I paid for." But is it actually a breach of contract?

Business disputes often start when expectations and reality don't align. However, proving a breach of contract requires more than showing that you're unhappy with the result. The details of the agreement, and whether the agreed-upon obligations were actually met, matter.

In this video, Julie breaks down what business owners need to know when evaluating a potential breach of contract claim and what options may be available if a breach occurred.

If you think a vendor may have breached an agreement, contact Venezia & Associates to discuss your case.

Not every business deal that goes wrong is simply bad luck.Sometimes the issue is more than a disappointing outcome, it ...
05/27/2026

Not every business deal that goes wrong is simply bad luck.

Sometimes the issue is more than a disappointing outcome, it may involve breached agreements, failed obligations, or legal rights that were violated along the way.

The difference often comes down to the details:
-What was promised?
-What was documented?
-What responsibilities existed on both sides?

Many business owners walk away from situations assuming there is nothing they can do, when they may actually have legal options worth exploring.

If a business deal has gone sideways, Venezia & Associates can help evaluate your situation and determine your next steps.

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Many business owners believe a contract exists to prevent problems. In reality, contracts matter most when problems actu...
05/25/2026

Many business owners believe a contract exists to prevent problems. In reality, contracts matter most when problems actually happen.

When deadlines are missed, payments stop, work is disputed, or business relationships break down, the contract becomes the roadmap for what happens next. As well as it determines who is responsible, what obligations exist, how disputes are handled, and what legal remedies may be available.

The challenge is that many costly disputes come from unclear language, overlooked clauses, or terms that were never fully understood at the beginning of the relationship. Things like payment schedules, timelines, termination clauses, indemnity provisions, and dispute resolution language can significantly impact your legal position if a conflict develops.

A strong contract is not just paperwork. It is protection.

Whether you are reviewing an agreement before signing or navigating a contract dispute, understanding your rights early can make a major difference.

Contact Venezia & Associates to discuss your situation and protect your business interests.

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After an accident, many people assume they can handle things later. The problem is that waiting can make a case signific...
05/20/2026

After an accident, many people assume they can handle things later. The problem is that waiting can make a case significantly more difficult. Evidence can disappear quickly and witness memories fade as well as insurance companies often begin evaluating claims immediately. Acting early helps preserve important details, properly document injuries, and protect the overall strength of your case from the beginning.

If you’ve been injured in an accident, Venezia & Associates can help you understand your options and protect your claim from day one.

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Some injuries don’t show up right away.Adrenaline can hide pain after an accident, and symptoms like neck, back, or soft...
05/18/2026

Some injuries don’t show up right away.

Adrenaline can hide pain after an accident, and symptoms like neck, back, or soft tissue injuries may not appear until days later.

Waiting too long to seek treatment can make it harder to connect those injuries to the accident—and insurance companies often pay attention to those gaps.

If new symptoms are showing up after an accident, Venezia & Associates can help you understand your options before it impacts your claim.

05/15/2026

When Business Gets Messy: A Client Refuses to Pay

Everything was fine… until the invoice went out. Now the client won’t pay and suddenly you’re left wondering what your options actually are.

Payment disputes are one of the most common issues business owners face, especially when expectations, timelines, or deliverables become disputed after the work is already done. The problem is, waiting too long to address it can make recovery even harder.

In this video, John explains what business owners should understand when a customer refuses to pay after services have already been rendered.

If you’re dealing with a payment dispute, contact Venezia & Associates to protect your business and understand your legal options.

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